HUM Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

as in purr

a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion we heard the hum of an outboard motor and a few minutes later the small craft came into sight

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verb

ˈhəm

as in to burst

to be copiously supplied one restaurant was humming with diners, while a neighboring eatery was practically empty

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as in to buzz

to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound a helicopter hummed overhead

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Recent Examples of hum

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Millions of people can hum along with the Pixar songs. —

Chris Willman, Variety, 24 Oct. 2024 With the Federal Reserve now cutting interest rates to keep the economy humming, the expectation among optimists is that stocks can rise even further. —

Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024 Others volunteer to water plants, write a weekly newsletter, launder aprons, check on members who haven’t shown up in a while, and shoulder other tasks needed to keep the clubhouse humming. —

Emily Alpert Reyes, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024 The question is whether the Fed can help keep the economy out of a recession now that it’s begun cutting interest rates to keep the job market humming. —

Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hum

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Noun

Stocking Stuffers Under $30 Cat lovers will purr over these adorable bowls.

Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Nov. 2024
This little kitty purrs, walks, and even tumbles, giving my daughter all the fun of having another cat without the extra fur or midnight meows.

Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 2 Nov. 2024